Social Justice

More families with children and seniors using food bank as numbers rise, says board chair

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More families with children and seniors using food bank as numbers rise, says board chair

Robert Washburn December 9, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: The Fare Share Food Bank is seeing a rise...

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National Housing Day draws attention to county’s efforts to address affordable housing and homelessness

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National Housing Day draws attention to county’s efforts to address affordable housing and homelessness

Robert Washburn December 2, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Two things related to affordable housing took place in...

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Community canvas strives to meet concerns in east end, says police chief

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Community canvas strives to meet concerns in east end, says police chief

Robert Washburn November 25, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Crime in Cobourg is on the increase. Police Chief...

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Workers should get more than $20 an hour to afford living in Northumberland, says group

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Workers should get more than $20 an hour to afford living in Northumberland, says group

Robert Washburn November 25, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Currently, the minimum wage in Ontario is $16.55 per...

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Ryan inquest uncovers truths about violence against elderly women, says Cornerstone CEO

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Ryan inquest uncovers truths about violence against elderly women, says Cornerstone CEO

Robert Washburn November 18, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Earlier this week, the federal government announced spending $162...

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Chief Simpson discusses fallout after revelations about Buffy St. Marie’s indigeneity

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Chief Simpson discusses fallout after revelations about Buffy St. Marie’s indigeneity

Robert Washburn November 11, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: A recent story challenging the Indigenous heritage of singer...

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Local chapter of Council of Canadians raising awareness of universal pharmacare in Northumberland

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Local chapter of Council of Canadians raising awareness of universal pharmacare in Northumberland

Robert Washburn November 11, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: According to the federal government, one in five Canadians...

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Alderville Chief shares a unique perspective on Orange Shirt Day 2023

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Alderville Chief shares a unique perspective on Orange Shirt Day 2023

Robert Washburn September 23, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: On Sept. 30, many people will commemorate Orange Shirt...

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School board chair addresses possible strike by teachers, gender identity and new curriculum

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School board chair addresses possible strike by teachers, gender identity and new curriculum

Robert Washburn September 16, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: As students settle into school, the Kawartha Pine Ridge...

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One person shares their story from inside the Cobourg encampment as events unfold

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One person shares their story from inside the Cobourg encampment as events unfold

Robert Washburn September 9, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Earlier this week, a group of people encamped at...

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